Liquid Fusion Kayaking

Any paddler looking for adventure is going to launch and land through the surf sooner or later. Leave your anxiety behind, and learn to control your kayak the right way – right side up. This clinic is geared toward sea kayaks, fishing kayaks, and sit-on-top kayaks.

Why: Learning to launch and land in surf will increase paddling possibilities (locations) and will develop comfort and skills in moving water. Learn to launch and land through the surf with control, safety, and finesse.  It is recommended to take this class more than once as continued practice will increase your progression and skill in surfing, playing in currents and tidal races, and rock gardening.

This course is a prerequisite for Advanced Coastal Exploration trips including our Third Sunday Paddles and Tour de Mendo.

Who: Paddlers interested in coastal exploration, rock gardening, surfing and tidal races. Prerequisites: Essential Kayaking Skills 1, minimum 10 hours paddling time, and/or instructor’s approval.

What: A 5 hour class with on land and on water instruction and application.

Paddlers will learn and apply concepts and skills involved in:

Surf dynamics

Etiquette

Hazards

How to swim

Bracing

Launching and Landing 

Hovering

Paddle signals

Proper gear and gear storage

When: Check the calendar for dates or call to schedule a class or private session.

How: Call to reserve your spot or to schedule a private session (707) 962-1623

How much: 

$110/person includes class and necessary gear.

Repeat Customer Special - We recommend taking this class more than once as you develop your paddling skills.  Paddlers who have taken sea kayaks in the surf from us may retake it again for 1/2 price.

Where: Mendocino Coast - location to be determined 24 hours prior to course based on surf conditions.